Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation as we seek a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to shape our next-generation roadmap. This pivotal role demands a blend of foresight, technical acumen, and strategic leadership to navigate emerging technologies and market paradigms. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to pioneer solutions that redefine industries by 2026, ensuring our position as a global innovation leader.
We offer a dynamic environment where your insights directly impact product development, investment strategies, and organizational transformation. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and market evolution, this is your opportunity to architect the future.
Responsibilities
- Develop and publish annual 2026 technology trend reports with actionable strategic recommendations
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify disruptive opportunities in AI, quantum computing, and biotech
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype next-generation solutions aligned with 2026 market forecasts
- Establish KPI frameworks to measure innovation adoption and ROI for emerging technologies
- Represent the company at global futurist forums and industry summits
- Mentor junior strategists in future-scanning methodologies and scenario planning
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or technology forecasting
- Proven track record of developing long-term roadmaps (5+ year horizons)
- Expertise in at least two emerging tech domains (e.g., AGI, synthetic biology, quantum AI)
- Certification in Futures Studies or equivalent foresight methodology
- Experience with scenario planning tools and horizon scanning frameworks
- Exceptional data storytelling abilities with executive presentations
- PhD or Master's degree in Technology Management, Economics, or related field